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Dog In Suds

4.2 (45 reviews)
Closed • 7:30 am - 4:00 pm

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Rohan S.

We are first time owners and took our Goldendoodle for her first cut. They did an amazing job and can't wait to go back. Thanks for answering all my questions

my furball of a pup, Hammy, before and after! Voila!
Eumi C.

This place is fantastic. I've taken my pup to a couple places to get his grooms. Dog in Suds is always efficient and clean. He comes home with perfectly filed nails, clean fur between the toes, and nice even shave. His big head looks even bigger to his perfectly trimmed body. They do such a good job that it takes him longer to get to the furry mess he usually is. I posted a picture, before and after of Hammy. Thats him before his cut and after. Quite different yet just as handsome looking pup. Love these guys, worth the drive to get there. They give good advice about certain things such as ear hair and their butt glands. Never pushy or rude.

Bailey before and after her trip to Dog In Suds!
Leigh W.

I've never had a dog that needed grooming before, so I got a recommendation from a guy at the breed rescue where i got my dog. They were super friendly on the phone, walking me through the costs and what that included. They did a great job with my Airedale who came in with a fluffy winter coat and left with a "show dog" cut. The groomer even came out and talked to me afterwards and explained other things she could do next time around if I preferred. I thought the price was also reasonable. The only negative here is that my dog didn't smell like anything afterwards - usually they come home from a bath smelling good for a few days. She didn't smell bad necessarily, but I was missing that "clean dog" smell. In any case, I'm sure we'll be back here sometime in the near future!

I have been bringing my Siberian Husky to Dog In Suds for 2 years now after my neighbor recommended them. Deb and her daughter do a wonderful job, my dog comes out looking like a show dog. They are so good with him and he loves going to get groomed. I just brought my first foster dog to them this past week, she is older and was in rough shape, she was also very scared. They were so kind and made her look beautiful, she honestly looked like a different dog when I went to pick her up! She looked 5 years younger! She even acted different afterward, she's been a little more confident and happier ever since! I literally left in tears. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! Everyone in the area should bring their dogs here! This family deserves all of Palatine's business.

Amaris F.

We have a goldendoodle and have had one bad experience with PetSmart grooming (they ran the clippers straight up his snout and he had no hair left on his face!) so we have been nervous ever since! I read reviews of this place and hoped for the best. The reviews were thankfully accurate! The girls were so sweet and listened intently to what I wanted and looked at the pictures I brought. They also wrote down everything they did so when I bring him next time they'll know what to do. Our pup looks great!!! Thank you!!!

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Julie P.

We are new to the area and decided to give Dogs in Suds a try for our puppy. Just like the consultation I get with my hair stylist, the groomer greeted me by asking what I'd like done for my dog. When I picked him up, he looked great! The groomer, who I believe was Cara, was very nice and professional! I do agree with the other reviewer that they must use a low fragrance shampoo. I also noticed that all of the other dogs seemed very relaxed in comparison to other groomers I have been to!

They took years off my look in one session. Now I have my puppy face again!

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They trim my little dogs nails every six weeks. She's 10 pounds of wild and I'm truly thankful for the team there.

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11 years ago

Cheery, friendly girls behind the counter. They were happy to get me on last-minute. Quick and effective. Will be going back, soon.

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11 years ago

We just moved to Palatine from the city and found the perfect dog groomer. Great job ladies, Wilson looks great !

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Love them! The staff is very kind & caring. They accept walk ins for nail clips, which is very convenient.

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Really friendly atmosphere the ladies there are always in a good mood, my dog is usually there for about an hour wonderful service.

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Such wonderful care is given to our two kinda barky yorkies. They always come back looking superb.

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Dog In Suds - groomer - Updated October 2026

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